Lizzy is Five! Even saying those words seems unbelievable. How can Lizzy be five? How can the time have passed so quickly? How can she have already raced through babyhood, and toddlerhood, and preschool, and now has evolved into a lovely little girl? Oh, Lizzy, we love you so. When I think of you, I think of joy. I think of big laughter, a huge dimpled grin, readiness to try anything, join in, have fun. I think of someone that can be super silly and funny, but also incredibly reflective and quiet. Someone that loves the world around her, is ready to explore the off-beat path, go on a "journey," look at bugs and flowers, be amazed by everything. I think of someone so thoughtful, very sensitive to the feelings of friends and grown-ups. Someone that is a little bit of a daredevil, willing to try new things, and never give up. I think of the best girl I know. My special hand to hold on walks, an enthusiastic play-mate, my precious daughter. When you were born, truly our dream for a family came true. You've blazed the trail with grace and energy, and we love standing back and watching all the amazing things you can do.
We loved getting to have a special day to celebrate Lizzy. Daddy was home, and we took a special trip to Golden Gate Park. We walked along the lake, admiring the ducks and turtles, and looking for fish. We visited the butterflies inside the Academy, and walked around the trails in the park. When we came home, Lizzy practiced her roller skating on the driveway (one of her favorite new gifts). We invited our neighbor friends to come over and have cake and ice cream with us. What a perfect way to cap off a very special day. Happy Birthday to our dear Lizzy!
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